The job has made him frayed. Kaveh Rashidi has a warning.
Kaveh Rashidi reflects on his long career as an ambulance driver since the late 1990s, sharing both positive and traumatic experiences.
Kaveh Rashidi has been driving an ambulance since the late 1990s, a role that has exposed him to a wide range of human experiences. He recounts the positive moments, such as witnessing births and helping the sick and injured, but also the stark realities that come with the job, including dealing with death and trauma. His experiences over the decades have had a profound impact on him, leading to his current message of caution. Rashidi warns about the toll that such a profession can take on mental health, sharing insights that resonate with those in similar life-saving roles. He emphasizes the importance of support systems for ambulance drivers, advocating for better mental health resources in the field.